Louisville Metro's short-term rental ordinance (LMCO Chapter 115) requires hosts to provide adequate off-street parking consistent with underlying residential parking standards, and guests must comply with on-street parking restrictions in neighborhoods like Old Louisville, NuLu, the Highlands, and areas near Churchill Downs where permit parking and event restrictions apply.
Under LMCO Chapter 115, STR operators must identify and disclose available parking at the property. Louisville's Land Development Code typically requires two off-street spaces for a single-family dwelling, and STR hosts are generally expected to meet that baseline. Guests who rely on street parking must follow residential parking permit rules in zones where those exist (portions of Old Louisville, the University of Louisville area, and some Highlands streets), as well as temporary restrictions around Churchill Downs during Kentucky Derby week and Thurby/Oaks days. Violations can result in parking tickets and tows. Guest vehicles blocking driveways, parking on lawns, or exceeding posted limits are common neighbor complaints that can trigger code enforcement review of the STR registration. Hosts should provide clear written parking instructions, including any reserved driveway or garage allocation, and warn guests about Derby-week restrictions and snow emergency parking rules. Oversize vehicles, RVs, and trailers are generally prohibited from long-term on-street parking in residential zones.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Louisville code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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